The Chief’s message to Citizens regarding COVID-19

First
Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun (FNNND) is taking a cautionary approach to plan and
prepare for the COVID-19 virus. There are currently no cases of COVID-19 in the
Yukon, and there is no imminent threat to our communities. However, the
situation could change quickly, and we want to be prepared in case
circumstances change.

An
immediate precaution, we are reviewing any plans for large meetings, including
the NT Gathering tentatively scheduled for April. Smaller community-based
events, including Spring Break Camp, will carry on based on current knowledge
of the situation. We are taking additional steps to ensure the most sanitary
conditions at all FNNND facilities and when serving food.

Within the
government, we are implementing additional precautions for our staff and
leadership, including restricting all work-related travel outside the Yukon
Territory and ensuring sick staff stay home.

Many
other steps are underway at FNNND to plan and prepare for the week to come. We
are making the health of our Elders and vulnerable Citizens a top priority.

What
can you do?

We all
have a role to play in keeping ourselves and our communities healthy and safe.
Please wash your hands often with soap and water, cough and sneeze into your
arm or a tissue, avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands,
avoid close contact with people who are sick, and monitor yourself and family
members for symptoms.

We also
encourage you to keep yourself informed. Good sources of information include: